EBK TRANSPORTATION: A GLOBAL SUPPLY CHA
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ISBN: 9781305445352
Author: COYLE
Publisher: YUZU
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Chapter 1, Problem 2.2C
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Case summary:
Company KP is a chemical logistics company. In the first 10 years, the company tries to establish itself to gather a market presence. Now the partners of the company are looking to expand their geographic reach. One of their advisory board is recommending other bulk liquid products that are less risky.
To explain: If Person would support the recommendation of the advisory board member.
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